SteelSeries is officially launching the Arctis GameBuds, the brand’s first ever wireless earbuds in its gaming audio lineup. Before this, the company has only released one in-ear audio product, the wired Tusq.
SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds
The Arctis GameBuds feature 360° Spatial Audio and Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), along with a Quick-Switch Wireless System for seamless device transitions; they use a low-latency 2.4GHz wireless connection via a USB-C dongle and support Bluetooth 5.3 for broader compatibility. The companion Arctis App allows users to customize audio settings and access over 100 game-specific presets and EQ (equalizer) tuning; for PC users, SteelSeries GG will be responsible for audio tuning.
In terms of compatibility, the Arctis GameBuds supports all major systems, though this depends on connection methods. Connecting to consoles require 2.4GHz dongle, and Xbox support requires a special Xbox version of the model to work. Battery life is quoted with up to 40 hours (10 hours from earbuds), with additional quick-charge and Qi wireless charging options for convenience; it also includes IP55 water resistance.
The SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds is now available in Malaysia and can be purchased for RM899 through retail stores, Shopee, and Lazada.
Pokdepinion: 40 hours of battery life is pretty impressive on paper.
